A new study from Harvard has found that 75% of e-cigarettes contain a flavoring agent called diacetyl, which is known to cause a serious and life-threatening respiratory condition called popcorn lung. This incurable lung disease, medically known as bronchiolitis obliterans, received its more common name when several workers in a microwave popcorn plant developed the condition in 2000. Findings in that outbreak determined that diacetyl is safe as a food additive, but deadly when inhaled. Why it is being used to flavor e-cigarettes, despite this knowledge, is entirely baffling.

If you or someone you love has developed an incurable lung disease following e-cigarette use, you may be entitled to compensation. Please call Bakersfield product liability attorney Mickey fine at (661) 333-3333 to learn more.

Popcorn Lung Symptoms

Symptoms of bronchiolitis obliterans may include:

Coughing

Shortness of breath

Night sweats

Fever

Weight loss

Inflammation of eyes, nose, or throat

These symptoms are often slow to progress and may mimic symptoms of COPD and asthma. If you have used e-cigarettes and are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important that you discuss them with a healthcare practitioner right away to better understand your options.

To schedule a free consultation with Mickey Fine, please contact us today. Attorney Fine represents victims of corporate negligence and greed throughout California from our offices in Bakersfield and Manhattan Beach.